FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Everything about how PaperCarnival works. Still stuck? Reach us on the contact page.
Is PaperCarnival really free?+
Yes — completely free, forever. There's no account, no limit on how many cards you make, and no watermark on anything you print. That's a permanent promise, not a trial.
Do I need to sign up or create an account?+
No. There's no signup, no email wall, and no login. Open a tool and start making cards straight away.
How many cards can I print?+
As many as you like. Set the number of cards, then print or download a PDF. Every card is shuffled to be unique, so no two players share a board.
What can I make right now?+
The bingo card generator — custom word bingo or classic 1–75 number bingo, in a range of themes. You can also start from a ready-made occasion set (Halloween, Thanksgiving, Christmas, classroom icebreakers and more). More printable tools are on the way.
What paper sizes and layouts are supported?+
US Letter and A4, with 1, 2, or 4 cards per page, plus a large-print option for easy reading. You can print directly or download a PDF, and there's a host call-sheet to track what you've called.
Can I use my own words and emoji?+
Yes. Type any words or phrases, one per line, and add native emoji if you like. Start from a sample list and edit it however you want — the list is yours.
Is my data private?+
Completely. There's no server storing what you make. The words you type, the lists you save, and any names you enter live only in your own browser, on your device — nothing you type is ever sent to us. See our privacy policy for the full details.
How is every card unique, and can I reprint the same set?+
A seeded shuffle gives each card its own arrangement, so no two are alike. Each game has a short code, and the same code reproduces the exact same cards on any device — so you can share a set with a colleague and you'll both get identical cards.
Can I use the cards at a party or in a paid class?+
Yes. You're free to print and use your cards for personal, classroom, and party use, and for commercial events, at no cost. See our terms of use for the specifics.
How do I print at home?+
Click Print, choose your printer, and make sure 'Background graphics' is enabled so the theme colors come through. Prefer to save paper? Use the ink-saver (outline) theme. You can also download a PDF and print it later.